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President of Kin Canada Register at Page www.welcomewagon.ca Focus on Art 13 This Month’s Featured Artist or call CAROLYN DAVIS 1-866-283-7583 FocusOnArt_Layout 1 11/11/2013 4:16 PM Page 1

When leaves start turning golden yellow with splotches of brilliant reds and oranges FOCUS ART filling the skies and Artist of the Month the nights get longer and a little darker, it is time to turn one's thoughts to the Page Fall Bridal Showcase presented by Welcome Wagon and all the wonderful sponsors who are Carolyn’s multi-faceted art ready to help you plan your special day! career began at Ontario Art

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utilizes water colors on boards and paper, as well as ceramics and ti resident of Green Valley Ontario, and a published Artist, Author & Poe on several levels and invites the viewer to look beyond the obviou their own inner feelings, working with colors and images from her p

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Presented by Jason Setnyk PRIME MINISTER STEPHEN HARPER visits CRYSLER’S FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Article and Photos by Jason Setnyk South Dundas — Many local students were in attendance Monday afternoon for a ceremony to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Crysler’s Farm.

Students learned the importance of this battle that secured Canada’s sovereignty during the War of 1812. The keynote guest speaker was Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who said, "It is by the blood of Canada’s fallen that freedom has become the birthright of every Canadian. That is why we gather at this time every year across Canada in the act of remembrance".

Former MPP Jim Brownell spoke after the Prime Minister. He reflected and said, “This was truly an amazing day for The Glens. As their Honourary Lieutenant-Colonel, I was proud to deliver a speech at the commemorative ceremony for the Battle of Crysler’s Farm. To have Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II as our Colonel-inChief is truly exciting! What a day!”

Earlier in the day General Lewis McKenzie and MPP Jim McDonell both spoke to

local youth about the importance of this event, and the importance of Remembrance Day.

WE LOVE CORNWALL

Editorial by Jason Setnyk

There is a popular new page on Facebook entitled "We Love Cornwall". What does "We Love Cornwall" mean to me? Loving your City doesn't mean you wear a blindfold, loving your City means working to make it a better place. Team Cornwall, Choose Cornwall, The Chamber and other organizations work diligently to promote this City in a positive light. One of the main objectives of economic development is to bring more jobs to our City, and hopefully better paying jobs too.

In addition to economic development, quality of life is important too. I am pleased with the investments made in recent years to infrastructure such as the Benson Centre. I am optimistic that City Council will have the vision to invest in Arts and Culture too based on the findings of the Culture Plan. Of course there is more to loving your City than just promoting it, or investments in infrastructure. Cornwall like other cities faces serious and complex issues including poverty and literacy.

Loving your City also means participating, volunteering, and helping make this community a better, safer, and more enjoyable place. There are a lot of non-profit groups that volunteer tirelessly to do just that. Organizations such as the Agape, Tri County Literacy Council, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, The Boys and Girls Club, Baldwin House, and the list goes on and on. There are many ways to Love Cornwall, and loving Cornwall is not just a motto, it is a way of life. I would like to say kudos and thank you to those who promote our City, and those who roll up their sleeves and volunteer to make our community a better place.

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by April Lea Chaffee

Wherever I may roam

Remembrance Day in Cornwall - A day to remember.

A man told me that if it were not for his grandfather coming back from the war of 1812, that he wouldn’t be standing there next to me today. I’m sure many of us watching or participating in the Remembrance Day festivities wouldn’t be here if it wasn't for the heroes who had risked their lives in horrid and terrifying conditions for what they believed in.

Today I wore a poppy and was one of many civilians who came to pay their respects at Cornwall’s’ cenotaph. The ceremony was beautiful, the words touching, and the solders professional.

Wreaths were laid from many individuals and groups. The wreath that stood out the most was the one made by 17th Cornwall Girl Guides which was laid before the parade even began.

From the very beginning two gentlemen stood in their kilts at the front, upon the cenotaph landing. When the ceremonies were finished, they were finally given permission to move. I noticed a group of school kids, the shock on their faces as what they thought were statues suddenly moved down the stairs with a robotic gait.

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After the first ceremony, there was a second parade held at the memorial place for 1812, at the location of the Battle of Chrysler Farm.

The excitement was like a blanket wrapping us all up in adrenalin, knowing that the prime minister was due to show. And then he did, pulling up in a black car with Canadian flags. There were guards everywhere.

The prime minister inspected the troops and recited a piece about the Battle of Cryslers Farm. The troops of Cornwall and area army were informed that they Hi to all you beautiful and smart people of Cornwall. Welcome to another week with me, Positively Marlene. I hope you all are getting yourselves ready for more of this cold season with November winds and storms. It certainly was a doozy of a wind-storm last week. I hope you didn't have too much damage where you live.

This past week has been very exciting for me. First of all, I helped with doing a Google 360 Virtual Tour with my partner John Lister at the Port Theatre. This is where a business is tied in with Google Street View, giving a "Virtual Tour" of the place. You, the viewer, get to walk in and are able to look around from top to bottom. I love the old Port Theater and I am so very happy that it was saved from demolition and is still in use to this very day, after 75 years. Up to date Movies and Live Performances are held there throughout the year.

This and many other virtual tours of Cornwall businesses can be seen at www.360virtual.net/portfolio.htm The next exciting thing that happened to me this week was...I BECAME A GRANDMOTHER AGAIN to a 7 lb. 3 oz. baby boy, named Odin John! He is 20 inches tall and has such a sweet, little face, perfectly made for kissing. This is the first of my three sons to have a child. Making it very exciting for me and the rest of our family.

would now be called Queens own SD&G Highlanders and that the queen will officially become their Honorary Colonel and Chief.

From the talk after the ceremony, the army gents seemed very excited about this change. They claimed, “It’s a great honour that isn’t as common here in Canada as it is in the UK.” Cpl. Stephen Vatcher stated later in the evening to me.

A special salute goes to Cpl. David Boulanger who spent his entire birthday serving his country, and standing in the rain. Later that evening at the armories, his three year old daughter came to wish him a happy birthday, which made his day.

As per tradition, later that evening, the gentlemen who served our country made their way to NAV Canada Training and Conference Centre for drinks before heading to the legion to dance with the senior ladies.

Congrats boys on your success and I hope the rest of your night went well.

RIP to the fallen soldiers who served our country bravely.

April Lea Chaffee-Wall First Year Journalism Student at St. Lawrence College, Cornwall Campus

I am also excited and I'm involved in the upcoming Welcome Wagon's Bridal Show being held at the Civic Complex this Monday evening at 7 p.m. Come One, Come All to see the Newest in Bridal dresses and accessories, along with the many beautiful and colourful bridesmaids and Mother-of-the-bride outfits that will blow you away. Make sure to register for your spot at the Bridal Fashion Show. You won't be disappointed, I promise.

I do hope each and every one of you have been "Paying It Forward." Even in some small way - it helps someone else less fortunate then yourselves. Please donate some money or your time, to the many places here in Cornwall that could use your help at this time of year: The Agape Centre and the Salvation Army are always happy to welcome volunteers. Thank you.

Tip of the week: Make sure to get your winter boots ready for the snow that is coming, by using a bit of olive oil on a rag. Rub it all over your boots, especially around the sole, heel and stitched areas. Use a crayon or a lead pencil on the zippers to help with the "up and down" action.

Make sure that the heels are secure and are safe and ready for you to go out into the snowy and icy conditions. Brrrr it's cold outside.

Beauty is what you feel about yourself... Not about what you see in the mirror.

Until next week...Smile and the world will Smile along with you.

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I don’t want to admit it either but whether we like it or not the snow is coming and winter is on its way. What does this mean for the real estate market? Well if you live close to a ski hill your market is probably booming but alas, we live in the Seaway Valley so things tend to slow down a little.

Now by no means does this suggest that you should not sell your home in the winter months it simply means you will need to add a few strategies to your current plan of attack.

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CLEAR THE ICE AND SNOW There is nothing worse than pulling up to a house with clients and having to trek through knee high snow to get to the front door. Than to make things more fun having to hang on to rail as if your life depended on it as you climb the icy stairs.

Keep driveways and walk ways clear of snow at all times and salt the icy areas to get rid of ice or at the very least make it less deadly. These serves two purposes, first it helps set the tone with buyers, a clean driveway and walkway is a great start to a showing. Secondly it looks good when buyers drive by your property and look at the house, it shows owner pride.

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PUT YOUR LIGHTS ON TIMERS Is it just me or is it dark at 4:30pm? Depressing sometimes but imagine what it looks like to buyers. They pull up to your house expecting to see this great home they found online and instead they find themselves looking into a black hole.

Put your exterior lights on timers to ensure they are on nice and early especially if you have accent lighting. It looks beautiful when it is softly snowing out and allows buyers to get a good look at the exterior of the home.

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TURN UP THE HEAT There is nothing better than coming into a showing with clients from the cold and the house is nice and toasty except maybe coming into a toasty warm house that has hot chocolate set up for us (this might be tip number 5).

FROG AND TOAD

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I know everyone is trying to save money where they can but when selling make sure the home is warm and not cold and damp. Have a gas fireplace? Turn it on.

If the buyer can picture themselves curling up on the couch to have a nap and warming up by the fire, that’s definitely a good sign.

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MAKE YOUR HOME FESTIVE Winter fun also means holiday seasons so decorate your home according to your own beliefs. Christmas decorations always create a nice ambiance and a nicely decorated home always shows well and allows people to imagine what their home would look like during the holidays. If Hanukkah is more your style, then decorating for the festival of lights is a fantastic way to bring out the warmth and vibrancy of a home.

There is no question things slow down during the winter time but with less people selling their home it could be the perfect time to put yours up for sale.

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sparkles the colours of the rainbow! Sometimes you just have to be there to really see it, and words are inadequate. Sometimes nature can be very tough, and cruel.

I thought that we were the only ones, but since talking to other dog owners, I have found that this fall has been particularly bad for ticks. Ticks on my dog. Bloated ticks on the floor. Ticks on me! I don’t remember this being such a problem a year ago. I have, as a result, avoided my favourite dog walking place for the past three weeks.

There is something humbling about nature at its finest, or worst, depending upon how you look at it. Camping in a downpour, paddling against a fierce wind, slapping mosquitos who are landing by the dozen on bare skin, coaxing a cooking fire along when you are very hungry, are all things that make us really appreciate what we accomplish when living, even for a few days, outside. Food tastes better, sleep comes easily due to extreme fatigue, and later on you can have a laugh about how awful it was, while planning your next trip!

This morning, since we had a fairly solid frost, I felt secure in venturing out again. I noticed changes in the forest since my last visit, and now most plants are various shades of brown. There was a heavy layer of frost on all the bushes and trees. I was full of thoughts of another year gone by, of another summer completed, and of snow to come. I was suddenly awe-struck by the scene before me: the sun shining through a patch of dead goldenrods, showing me a million

Maybe it’s the people who join us for outdoor adventures. Maybe it’s the anticipation of yet another unique experience, maybe it’s just the appeal of a total change of scene from the walls of home. I’m not sure. But I do know that there are a few outdoor plans in the works for this fall and winter, and that next spring we will be again looking at maps and discussing what new places we can discover.

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Now until closing on Wednesday, Nov. 20 0 to 18 years old only.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 DROP IN FAMILY STORYTIME/HEURE DU CONTE FAMILIALE PORTE-OUVERTE (For parents and their kids) - 10:00 am to 11:00 am YOUTH YOGA - 10:00 am to 11:00 am PAWS'N BOOKS - 11:00 am to 12 noon CHECK MATES - 2:00 pm

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Tri-County Literacy Council has a need for one-on-one tutors, willing to mentor an adult student needing help with essential skills such as reading, writing and/or math skills. Tutors meet at a time and location that is convenient for them and their students. All learners receive an assessment, along with a learner plan that identifies their goals, teaching strategies, and recommended resources. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Tri-County Literacy Council at 613-932-7161 or email: volunteers@tricountyliteracycouncil.ca PLEASE POST ME ON YOUR BULLETIN BOARD

BEREAVED FAMILIES OF ONTARIO

- Cornwall & Area

We can help the healing begin

TIME FOR TWOS - 10:00 am to 10:30 am (2 yrs old and their parent of caregiver)

216 Montreal Road, Cornwall, ON K6H 1B4

Cornwall & Region Writers Society - 6:30 pm Monthly gathering of aspiring writers Everyone welcome.

Adult Afternoon Support

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 ST. LAWRENCE INTERNATIONAL STAMP CLUB Monthly meeting - 7:00 pm

613-936-1455

Fax: 613-936-1682

HAVE YOU LOST A LOVED ONE THROUGH DEATH?

BFO Adult Afternoon Support Group is open to all bereaved adults struggling with the loss of a loved one.

WHEN: Tuesday, November 26th, 2013 TIME: 1:00 – 3:00p.m.

CORNWALL, DISTRICT & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE - 6:30 pm meeting

WHERE: 216 Montreal Road

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

Together we can help the healing begin

THE FORUM - DISCUSSION - 9:30 am CHESS FOR ADULTS - 6 :15pm

FOR INFORMATION CALL 613-936-1455 OR VISIT THE DROP-IN CENTRE Weekdays 9am – 4pm

BRIDGE FOR ADULTS - 6:15 pm

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Bereaved Families of Ontario Gala Committee Recruitment 12 noon once a month. Call 613.936.1455 if interested. The gala is in support of the Children Youth Bereavement Services.

CareFor Walk-In Nursing Clinic from 11 am to 3 pm, 205 Amelia St. Registered nurse on site for health counselling, blood pressure checks, diabetes & cholesterol checks etc.

Vagabond Theater Presents Rob Bundy's Guys In A Garage November 14,15,16,21,22,23 at 8 pm. Dream Builders Studio 2107 2nd St. W. Tickets 15$ on sale at Scotiabank,Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism 11 Water St.W. Celebrate Recovery " A ChristCentered Recovery Program" find freedom from you hurts, habits, and hang ups through God's Healing power. We meet every Friday night at 7:30 pm at Fountaingate Christian Assembly 949 Mohawk Drive Cornwall, Ontario (613 932-0685) or fountaingate.org

SAT NOV 16 Tartan & Tinsel Tea & Bake Sale from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, South Lancaster. Admission: 7$ St. Columban's CWL Christmas Tea & Bake Sale 1:30 pm to 3 pm. Agape Centre, activity room 201, 40 5th St. W. Basket draw & bake sale. Admission: 6$ Cornwall Pentecostal Church Fall Tea & Luncheon 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. 208 2nd St. E. Scones, sandwiches & dessert: 6$. Bake, jewelry, quits and white elephant tables.

United Way Holiday Wine & Cheese 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

Cornwall Civic Complex, 100 Water St. E. Tickets: 75$ on sale at the United Way, 405 4th St. W.

The Santa Claus Parade He's made a list, checked it twice and is coming to Second Street and TV COGECO. Join us for a ho ho ho lot of Christmas fun as we bring you the sights and sounds of the Santa Claus Parade, Saturday, November 16th LIVE at 5 pm Vagabond Theater Presents Rob Bundy's Guys In A Garage November 14,15,16,21,22,23 at 8 pm. Dream Builders Studio 2107 2nd St. W. Tickets 15$ on sale at Scotiabank,Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism 11 Water St.W. Just in time for the holidays!

Handmade Holiday Artisan Market. Here is your chance to shop from an assortment of carefully selected local artists, crafters, bakers and more. Showcasing handcrafted gifts priced under $25.Saturday November 16, 9 am – 6 pm410 Cumberland Street Interested in being a vendor?

E-mail handmade25market@gmail.com for application information.

SUNDAY NOV 17 Army Navy AirForce Unit 342 Membership Meeting Free breakfast at 9 am, meeting at 10 am.

14 Marborough St. N. Creation Science Centre located at the back of the Cornwall Wesleyan Church, is open every Sunday. Come and see what we’re all about…

Worship and the word.

Fountaingate Christian Assembly.

With Pastor Brad Montsion. 10:30 am, 949 Mohawk Drive, Cornwall Tartan Sunday Service 11 am.

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, South Lancaster, A musical service

praising the glory of God and celebrating Celtic heritage.

MONDAY NOV 18 Cornwall Quilters Guild Monthly Meeting at 6:30 pm. St. Matthew's Lutheran Church Hall, 1509 2nd St. W. Featured topic: Brantham Books Journey Together Grief Walking Group. This is a walking group for individuals struggling with the death of a loved one. It provides time to walk and talk at a relaxed pace and support each other.

Monday mornings at 10:00 a.m. (sharp) at The Cornwall Civic Complex(southeast corner of parking lot) There is no fee. You should wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather.

Welcome Wagon Bridal Show “Tri-County Literacy is set to pilot a new occupational training coursecalled “Essentials for Work”. This FREE 4-week course aims to provide individuals with the hard and soft skills required in today’s workplace.

Participants complete the course having created an individualized plan of action intended to lead them to work. The course uses a hands-on approach.

Classes will run Monday to Thursday 1 pm to 4 pm beginning November 18, 2013. Register now by phoning Tri-County Literacy Council at 613-932-7161.”

TUESDAY NOV 19 Women's Peer Cancer Support Group Meeting from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Carefor Health & Community Services. 205 Amelia St. Topic: lung cancer. Call 613.932.3451, ext 225 for more information.

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WED NOV 20 Go beyond your comfort zone and become the speaker and the leader you want to be! Smart City Toastmasters Club welcomes you to the November 20th and December 5th meeting which will be held at River Room, St. Lawrence College, Cornwall Campus starting at 6:30 pm. Join us for an evening of fun and take that first step in becoming who you want to become!" For more information contact Claudette at 613938-2394.

Trinity Anglican Church Fall Luncheon from 11 am to 1 pm. 105 2nd St. W. Bake & craft tables. Admission: 8$

THU NOV 21 Friends of Vets Support Group, meeting the first and third Thursday of every month at 7pm. 780 Sydney Street, parking in the back, free coffee.

Vagabond Theater Presents Rob Bundy's Guys In A Garage November 14,15,16,21,22,23 at 8 pm. Dream Builders Studio 2107 2nd St. W. Tickets 15$ on sale at Scotiabank,Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism 11 Water St.W. Royal Canadian Legion Seniors Euchre 1:15 p.m. 415 2nd St. W. Snacks will be served.

FRI NOV 22 Vagabond Theater Presents Rob Bundy's Guys In A Garage November 14,15,16,21,22,23 at 8 pm. Dream Builders Studio 2107 2nd St. W. Tickets 15$ on sale at Scotiabank,Cornwall & Seaway Valley Tourism 11 Water St.W.

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Remembrance Day Celebration at Bishop Macdonell Catholic School

By John Lucio

All students from the school gathered in the gymnasium to celebrate this day in memory of former Canadian servicemen. The laying of the wreaths made by students of each class took place at front while music played all around. The pupils, attentive and respectful of this event, exhibited the importance of the ceremony not only by being present but, more profoundly, through their participation. In singing, in understanding the significance of wearing poppies as a way of remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, in the Recitation of “In Flanders Field”, in prayers, and in the meaning of the Last Post and the playing of “The Last Post, “Reveille” and our “National Anthem” followed by the closing prayer.

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Great news!! The Pamper me and Trunk Sale held at Marlin Orchards on November 3rd raised $15,080 for the MS Society…how amazing is that??

Congratulations to We 3 girls and the amazing team that they are. Incredible things happen when communities pull together and this for sure is a great example of that. We rock Cornwall!!!

shop on Saturdays. I will take the time to bring them to Agape Centre which will help them keep our local kids nice and warm…thanks in advance….

I am also putting together a great “Health basket” that will be drawn at my shop the week before Christmas. Great local businesses are joining in and donating something towards the basket. I hope to have it ready for next week. For the minimum donation of $2 you will have a chance to win it and all proceeds will go towards Agape Centre.

My next juicing cleanse workshop will be held on Friday, November 22nd, 6pm to 9pm at my shop. If you are interested in adding this great healthy alternative to your lifestyle please call me at 613-9313119 or email me at thehealthnut@cogeco.ca for more information or to place your name on the list….thanks in advance…

Joanne Brault was the lucky winner of the $25 Health Nut gift certificate drawn at my vendors’ table at the Trunk sale. She was very excited and enjoyed spending it. I was very pleased to be able to give back in this way to an amazing regular customer…congrats Joanne!!

Don’t forget that my Health Gift Certificates are available year round, a great gift for that person that has everything. These can go towards my homemade goods or any of my seminars or workshops.

At this time of year, we always want everyone to be happy and warm. For this reason I am asking any of you that would have gently used snowsuits for children, teens etc…. to drop them off at my

In health…

Sylvie Thibert (The Health Nut) 812 Pitt Street, unit 40 (just past Earthway Chiropractic Clinic on the left side). Open only on Saturdays, 9am to 4pm….Come on in and smell what everyone is talking about…it is pleasantly surprising….

Cornwall Kinette becomes national president of Kin Canada million to help fight cystic fibrosis and have contributed more than $1 billion to Canadian communities, individuals in need and disaster relief efforts beyond Canada’s borders.

Cambridge, Ont. (Aug. 27, 2013) – Kin Canada is pleased to announce the succession of Melodie Morgan-LeMoeligou, ON, to the position of president of the Association.

“I am truly honoured and excited to take on the position of national president,” said MorganLeMoeligou who was sworn in at a ceremony on Aug. 17 during Kin Canada’s 93nd annual national convention in St. John’s, NFLD. “As president, my focus will be on strategic planning for the future of Kin Canada,” she added. “At our recent National convention we took a major step forward for our future by accepting Campus Clubs as full- fledged members of the association, however there is much more to do.”

During the past 19 years as a Kinette, MorganLeMoeligou has led countless service projects with the Kinette Clubs of Cornwall, one of which was the ‘Portraits of Honour Tour in 2011’. She has also held leadership positions at the local, provincial and national levels of the Association.

“Kin Canada has provided me with opportunities for personal growth that have enabled me to step forward to continue to serve my community,” Morgan-LeMoeligou stated. “The Association has given me the means to move into a position that I would have been afraid to tackle before. I joined Kin Canada as a way to give back to the town I lived in. I have gained much more than I ever imagined, confidence and lifetime friends across the country to name only two.”

Professionally, Morgan-LeMoeligou is the Finance Manager with the Children’s Aid Society of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry and is a member of the Seaway Toastmasters Club.

Kin Canada is the nation's largest all-Canadian service club organization with almost 500 clubs and 7,000 members from coast to coast. Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs across the country work to better their communities and enhance the well-being of Canadians.

The Association boasts a proud 93-year history dedicated to fostering life-long friendships while ‘Serving the Community’s Greatest Need.’ Since 1920, Kin members have raised more than $40

For more information on Kin Canada, visit www.kincanada.ca

Melodie Morgan-LeMoeligou

Melodie Morgan-LeMoeligou was born in Cornwall, Ontario, on February 6, 1965. She is happily married to JM LeMoeligou. The couple has two daughters, MarieFrance and Dominic and two grandchildren, Titus (5) and Aryanna (2 mths).

Kin Canada: Morgan-LeMoeligou joined the Kinette

Club of Cornwall in 1994 and moved into the position of club president within the first year. She was not new to Kin however, her parents Jean and Peter Morgan are Life member of the association and her Grandfather Ken Morgan was a member in the early 40’s.

At the club level, Morgan-LeMoeligou has held all major executive positions, including multiple times as club president.

At the provincial level, Morgan-LeMoeligou has held the positions of district membership director, and district governor. She has served as a deputy governor twice. It was during her year as district governor (2003-2004) that the district first tested the waters with single leadership.

Morgan-LeMoeligou first served on at the national level in 1999-2000 at a national director.

Morgan-LeMoeligou has been recognized on a number of occasions within Kin, receiving her Maple Leaf Award, Outstanding Maple Leaf Award, Founders Award, National Bulletin Award and District Public Speaking award. She has also won the Outstanding District Deputy Governor and Outstanding District Membership Director awards. At the club level she won Kinette of the Year award.

In 2010 her club honoured her with a Life Membership in the association.

Morgan-LeMoeligou is a regular participant and contributor to conventions at the various levels within the Association, having attended 15 Spring Zone Conferences, 15 Fall Leadership Conferences, 17 district conventions and 14 national conventions.

Career: Morgan-LeMoeligou is a Certified General Accountant and is

employed as the Finance Manager with the Children’s Aid Society of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry

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À entendre les gens, les récents scandales de corruption et de « petite politique » dévoilés au Québec sont comme si rien de tout cela n’avait existé auparavant.

Pourtant, en 1985, l’auteur québécois Michel Tremblay adaptait une pièce russe de la fin du XIX Ième siècle qui décrivait une corruption qui n’avait rien à envier à celle présente de nos jours.

La pièce qui en résulta est « Le gars de Québec ». Tremblay situe l’action de sa pièce au début des années cinquante, à l’époque de Duplessis. Dans cette pièce, Sainte-Rose de Lima est sans doute le seul village « rouge » du Québec.

Or, on annonce l'arrivée d'un haut fonctionnaire, émissaire spécial du gouvernement « bleu ».

La panique s'empare des habitants. Ce haut fonctionnaire vient sans doute enquêter sur la corruption présente parmi les notables du village, non pas que Duplessis soit contre la corruption, loin de là, mais, aux dires du maire en place, pour fomenter une vengeance contre ces notables.

Ces derniers penseront alors à soudoyer ce fonctionnaire au point qu’il puisse changer ses allégeances.

Il faudra venir voir la pièce pour connaître l’issue de cette approche stratégique…

Mario Sarda et Anne-Marie Paquette Co-metteurs en scène

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City of Cornwall makes changes to winter parking restrictions

The City of Cornwall has modified its overnight winter parking restrictions in order to provide more flexibility for motorists during the early portion of the winter season.

The changes to the restrictions are as follows:

• From November 15th to December 14th

Parking on any roadway between the hours of 1 am to 7 am is prohibited ONLY on days when a snowfall of 5 centimetres or more is forecasted by Environment Canada.

During the early restriction period, residents are encouraged to keep an eye on the weather forecast and local media reports. When a parking restriction is in effect, it will be posted on the City website (www.Cornwall.ca) and shared via Twitter (@CityOfCornwall) and Facebook (search ‘City of Cornwall, Ontario’).

Residents can also call (613) 932-5354 to confirm whether parking restrictions are in place.

In the lead-up to the new weather-based restriction period, City crews will be placing reminder notices on vehicle windshields that are parked on roadways throughout the City.

• From December 15th to March 31st

Parking on any roadway between the hours of 1 am to 7 am is prohibited regardless of weather forecast.

"The winter parking restrictions are necessary in order to ensure snow clearing activities can be completed in a safe and effective manner," said Enrique Kamm, Transportation Engineer.

The overnight winter parking restrictions are extended to 2 am to 7 am in the on-street parking areas and municipal parking lots in the Downtown and Le Village commercial areas.

The fine for violating the winter parking restriction is $25.

The City of Cornwall thanks all motorists for their cooperation with the winter parking restrictions.

For additional information on parking regulations, violations and fines in the City, please visit the Transportation section of the City website (www.Cornwall.ca).

with Shannon Ferguson

Le gars de Québec au théâtre de L’Amalgame

The Love Hawk

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Why Can’t We Take Our Own Advice?

Human beings, in general, are smart but when it comes to matters of the heart, we might as well throw any sense of rationality right out the window. We give those closest to us the absolute best advice, coming up with mature, well-worded guidance but when we eventually find ourselves in those same shoes, anything we ever said might as well be shot to hell.

It usually happens when you’re involved with someone who isn’t giving you all you deserve. Ultimately, you might cry a lot or spend your days wondering where your relationship is heading (most likely in the wrong direction). It’s always tough because your mind KNOWS the answers, you know what SHOULD be done, but you just can’t bring yourself to do it. Most of the time, the thing you need to do is walk away.

But walking away and leaving behind a relationship you’ve worked so hard to build is no easy feat. Leaving a person you really care about, maybe even love, is never simple. It will probably take a few tries to get it right but in the end you need to know it’s the right thing to do if you aren’t being treated the way you know you should be. If your gut is telling you it’s time to move on, your gut is not lying.

We stay stuck is situations that we never thought we’d be in because we fall victim to the games, the back and forth, the rollercoaster rides we can’t get off. But it’s really not fair that you’re being kept on the ride when you’ve continually tried to get off and make something more of it, make it better. Whether it’s a relationship you’ve been in for years or someone who just won’t commit to you at all, you need to know that you deserve more than mind games and the unknown.

You deserve to be loved and treated well, treated fair, treated nicely.

You already know this though. You’ve heard it all before and you even tell it to yourself almost daily. But somewhere along the way, the lines get blurred and it’s as if our brains say one thing and our disagreeing hearts, knowing it’s wrong, do the complete opposite.

We frustrate ourselves because we know what to do, but we just can’t heed our own counsel.

So why can’t we take our own advice? It’s ‘cause we’re scared. Scared of the unknown. Scared to do the right thing but regret it later. We don’t want to miss out and we don’t want to lose what we have, even though we know it might be for the best. We know we deserve more but that doesn’t make walking away easier. We don’t want to turn our backs on that one person who we think knows us best. We know we will cry and we don’t want to lose the only person who we want there to dry our tears.

One day, you’ll do it though. You’ll listen to your brain over your heart and you will know you’re doing the right thing. It might be hard and every muscle in your body might want to turn back, but the moment you take your own advice, you’ll feel stronger. You will feel empowered. You might regret it too and you might even feel like shit, but eventually you will know you did the right thing. You’ll know your worth and you’ll be stronger for the next time around. Just remember that everyone will be giving you advice for your whole life, but in the end the most important opinion is your own. Don’t let it go unnoticed.

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For the second consecutive week, a Cornwall River King has captured top honours in the LNAH.

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Nicolas Corbeil has been named the LNAH’s first star of the week. It was River Kings goaltender Loic Lacasse who received the award last week.

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In two games last weekend, Corbeil had two goals and two assists for Cornwall.

Francis Charette (Jonquiere) and Maxime Gravel (TroisRivieres) were the second and third star, respectively.

In other league news, suspensions have been handed out as of result of last weekend’s games.

Alex Bourret will sit two games for his part in the altercation that took place with fans on the River Kings bench in Friday’s victory at Sorel-Tracy. Frustrated co-owner David Small refrained from commenting on the suspension.

Meanwhile, after Sunday’s loss at home vs. Thetford-Mines, Cornwall’s Brett Angel (aggressor) was handed a one-game suspension for his role in the spirited bout with Joel “The Animal” Theriault.

River Kings head coach Steve Simoes, who was handed a grossmisconduct toward the end of the contest vs. Thetford-Mines, will also serve a one-game suspension.

Curtis Tidball of the Isothermic was handed a one-game ban for the gross misconduct he received.

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POKULOK BACK WITH KINGS

The River Kings’ top defenceman from their inaugural season is back with the club.

The smooth-skating Sasha Pokulok, who had 14 goals and 30 assists in 40 games with the team in 2012-13, has chosen to come back to Cornwall, coming to terms with the River Kings today.

Pokulok was a first round draft pick of the Washington Capitals in 2005.

CORNWALL COLTS ALL TIME ALL-STARS Since the last time this space was dedicated to the Cornwall Royals All Stars based on their NHL experience, I figured it would be fun to take a look at the Colts (who continue to have an impact on pro hockey).

The CJHL (now CCHL) is usually a step between bantam/midget hockey to either Major Junior or NCAA and then the professional ranks.

Starting in goal, Yann Danis currently plays for the AHL’s Adirondack Phantoms. Danis has played in 53 NHL games with four teams over several seasons. Danis has had stops with Montreal, the New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils and Edmonton Oilers. He’s been a back up for Jose Theodore, Rick DiPietro, Martin Brodeur and Nikolai Khabibulin. Danis played for Brown University prior to embarking on his pro career.

Last season, Pokulok tied for the team lead in points with 44.

The 6-foot-5 blueliner is expected to be in the lineup this weekend, as Cornwall takes on Trois-Rivieres in a home-andhome series.

Rodney Wilson, Media Relations, Cornwall River Kings

218 points (including 107 goals) in 714 games with various teams including Anaheim, Winnipeg/Phoenix, Chicago, Edmonton, Montreal and Toronto.

Jesse Winchester is carving out a nice NHL career. The hockey pride of Long Sault and former Colts All Star is currently playing for the Florida Panthers on his way to most production season with 7 points in the team’s first 16 games. Prior to this season, Winchester spent four seasons (plus one game in another) with the Ottawa Senators. As of this article, Winchester has picked up 59 points in 249 games.

On defence, the most successful former Colts player is Cam Barker. He hasn’t played his last game in the NHL (the Canucks system). Barker spent half a season with the Colts as a 15 year prior to moving on to a stellar WHL career. He has 96 points over 8 seasons in the NHL with Chicago, Minnesota, Edmonton and Vancouver.

Rounding out the former Colts in the NHL is Kent McDonell. The Cornwall native played 32 games for the Columbus Blue Jackets over two seasons.

McDonell, like Kilger and Barker played for the Colts as a 15 year old before advancing to the Major Junior Hockey ranks. McDonell, who also won Silver with Team Canada at the 1999 World Junior Hockey tournament, picked up 3 points with the Blue Jackets. He’s still playing in Sweden.

Chad Kilger may hold the record for most games, goals, assists and points in the NHL by a former Colts player for a long time. Kilger was one of the original Colts in 1992-93 as a 15 year old before going on to a successful OHL career and then onto the NHL as a 4th overall draft pick. Kilger had

There are several more former Colts who continue to add points and wins to their pro hockey career, some in Europe and some in North America.

And thanks to the team still sending players to the NCAA ranks, there will Colts alumni in pro hockey for a long time to come.

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Noël d’antan will be a perfect way for grandparents to share with their grandchildren. During the Christmas supper, we will be listening to the wonderful music of past years with Clarpian Duo.

Then, it will be an evening of music and dances with the Gailurons and the Brisson Family. We will have games as it was in our family reunions. We will also hold a silent auction and give away many door prizes.

Noël d’antan is a fundraising activity for both not-for-profit organizations. Le Centre culturel de Cornwall was created in 1962 in order to bring together Francophones to participate in our City’s activities. The Généalogie and Archives St-Laurent is an organization known throughout Canada as a great genealogical resource, and this was achieved solely as a result of the commitment of volunteers.

Each ticket for the supper and the evening will be $35.00 per adult and $15.00 per children. We will welcome people who wish to attend only the musical part of the evening and the ticket will be $15.00.

The President of the Centre culturel de Cornwall, Mrs. Lucie Hart, stated: We are inviting the whole population to come and relive the Christmas of the old days where happiness, music and song and dances were sufficient without television, i-pads or cellular phones to share a wonderful evening.

For more information: Suzanne Villeneuve Centre culturel de Cornwall, Tel: 613-932-9106

L to R: Lucie Hart, présidente du Centre culturel de Cornwall, Liette Lalonde, administratrice du Centre culturel de Cornwall, Suzanne Villeneuve, coordonnatrice, Centre culturel de Cornwall, Micheline Tanguay, secrétaire du Centre culturel de Cornwall, Nichole White, présidente Généalogie et Archives StLaurent, Nicole Côté, bénévole Centre culturel de Cornwall, Danielle Sauvé, ACFO-SDG, Viviane Panizzon, bénévole Généalogie et Archives St-Laurent Missing: Louise Roy-Tessier, vice-présidente Centre culturel de Cornwall, Liliane Heagle, vice-présidente Centre culturel de Cornwall, Rachel Larin, administratrice du Centre culturel de Cornwall, Georgette Sauvé, présidente ACFO-SDG

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The Centre culturel de Cornwall and Généalogie and Archives St-Laurent are working together for a fundraising activity called Noël d’antan to be held on November 30th, 2013 at the Agora Centre (formely Nativité Hall).

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Noël d’antan - November 30th

After the busiest week, I was given an opportunity to go away on a girls weekend with some of my closest Kingston friends. They planned it several months ago and when one couldn’t make it and I was asked to join them for a weekend in Montreal to see Bon Jovi and explore downtown Montreal and le vieux Montréal.

As a long time Bon Jovi fan, it was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down, and travelling with these savvy sassy ladies would be a treat. So as I wrapped Donor Night in Cornwall, I headed back to Kingston to pack for the excursion. The next morning, my friends pulled up and we set out to Montreal. They have been friends since their children were very young, all being involved in their school councils and living in close proximity. I met them through one of my closest high school friends and I have shared many adventures with them, from house parties, to concerts to birthday extravaganzas. This trip gave me a chance to get to know them better.

We talked all the way there, and I got to know more about their families, their roots and even their dreams. We all shared and had a great time.

They arranged for us to rent a condo for the weekend, so we were able to have most of the amenities from home and all stay together. We were in the downtown area and the trip to see Bon Jovi meant I had to ride the Metro for the first time, and now I can say many times; as we got weekend passes.

We ended up walking much further than anticipated when we missed the Metro, but after some directions; we found our way.

This being my first Metro or subway, I was uneasy. I’m sure my death grip on the pole was amusing to them. I don’t particularly like elevators and going sideways in jerky motion was no better, but I was a trooper and made it.

The Metro brought us right to the Bell Centre and the place was packed.

We had great seats and just after 8:00pm John Bon Jovi and his band took the stage. From the first note, the crowd was electrified. It was a mix of all ages and both male and female. Doesn’t matter how much time passes; John keeps getting better with age. His voice still enthralls us and he is not only a gifted singer but a musician as well. Some of his members were absent and this was his last concert of his North American Tour, before he heads off to Japan and Australia.

Bon Jovi delivered 3 hours of music, much of it from his Lost Highway, but the well-known crowd favorites were covered too. They gave us 4 encores and the crowd was phenomenal. For my first concert in Montreal, I was impressed with the audience interaction. They sang along to every song, followed his gestures and the entire night was spectacular. We returned home, a little cold, had an extremely steep hill to climb up to get back to the condo we were staying at, and stayed up talking about the concert and getting to know each other.

The next morning after 6 women get ready, so it took a little while, we sat down to a homemade breakfast, cause these ladies can cook, talked some more and then headed off to explore downtown Montreal. I bundled up in my coat and hoody, didn’t care about appearances, just warmth. Being fluently bilingual, it was nice to take out my French every now and then. We split up with a rendez-vous point, stopped for a bowl of soup to warm us up and then back to the condo for a bit. Overall we spent equal time exploring and chatting.

When Sunday rolled around we gathered for breakfast one more time, packed everything up and headed back home. The volume in the car on the way back was a lot more subdued, but one thing was certain, this was good for all of us. We are all at different places in life, some of us have kids in college, some are in their final year and exploring college and university options and others have younger ones. Two of the ladies on the trip have 4 kids, so working around schedules can be tough. Most are married, but we all love our kids and families very much. I am very lucky that I got to know these wonderful ladies and consider them my friends. They definitely helped me transition from one city to another, they are supportive and fun to be with. The culinary treats were awesome, the concert was amazing, but it is the food of the soul that made this trip so special.

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Olsson Speaks to CCVS Students about the Dangers of Hate

A woman who has seen the darkest side of mankind spoke to students at Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School (CCVS) Tuesday about the dangers of hate.

Holocaust survivor Dr. Eva Olsson addressed a crowded cafetorium at CCVS about the pain the “Nazi Bullies” inflicted on the Jewish people. A prisoner of the Auschwitz and Bergen-Belsen concentration camps, she and her sister were the only members of her immediate family to survive the ordeal.

Olsson was invited to CCVS following disturbing incidents in which swastikas were carved into bathroom walls and stalls at the high school, a symbol that was particularly distasteful for Olsson. The 89 year-old warned students about the dangers of hate and hateful symbols and the need to remember the pain they can lead to.

“Every day is Remembrance Day for me,” she said. “One young girl once said to me: “I see the pain in your face, why don’t you just try to forget about it?” I said that without memories I would be an empty soul and I don’t want to forget. I was given a gift of life and when you have a gift of life you have to share it.

Great turnout for the encore presentation of Franceska Finger NailZ!

On the 9th of November an encore presentation of Franceska Finger NailZ took place at Bonaventure hall in the Navy Club, one of the best locations for your social events. The encore presentation was based on special demand by those who missed out on the premiere.

DJ Love Beats did a great job featuring few of the tracks of Franceska Finger NailZ OST. The event was hosted by Remi Beland, a cast member, and a great music talent. The fan conference consisted of five other cast members (Chris Chismore, John Britton, Robert Preston Bender, Silvain Pilon, and Melissa Markell). who played different roles in the movie. They answered significant questions to justify the role of locals in this wonderful local film. They also addressed the audience at home by inviting them to leave comments or questions on the highlight reel, a video that will be posted on 3Angels Power Youtube Channel.

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“I am not here to judge. I am only here to bring awareness to you of the power of hate.”

In May 1944, Olsson and her family were removed from their twobedroom apartment in their village in Hungary and sent to Auschwitz on a cattle car filled with more than 100 people in stifling conditions. The family of Hasidic Jews arrived at the camp run by the notorious Dr. Josef Mengele. She was separated from her mother, who later died in Auschwitz, and her father, who died of starvation in a work camp at Bergen-Belsen.

The grandmother also spoke about Nazi Bullies in other countries.

She showed slides of Nazi sympathizers such as Arrow Cross members in Hungary shooting Jewish victims, or Romanian sympathizers who put victims in sealed boxcars on “death trains” which simply went back and forth on a track till the stifling conditions killed those inside.

She also stressed that bullies such as the Nazis could never have succeeded without bystanders who let them perform their evil deeds. She noted the compassion of the Danish people, who did not stand by. More than 7,200 Jewish people were smuggled out of Denmark to Sweden on Danish fishing boats.

She asked that students model compassion and respect in their lives and to never be a bystander when wrong occurs.

During the event, CCVS Principal Trish Brown issued a public apology for the swastika incidents at the school and urged the school community to help counter the problem.

“We are saddened and truly sorry that these incidents have occurred within our school and more importantly that it’s (the swastika’s) use still occurs in our society,” said Brown. “It is our hope that as a school community we will raise awareness and care about this important issue.”

Students who heard Olsson said they were moved by the presentation.

Grade 11 student Ivan Benedict said that while he had previously learned about the Holocaust it was different hearing from someone who had actually experienced it.

“When you hear about it from a survivor it moves you,” said Benedict. “It was kind of tough.”

He wishes that Olsson’s address will convince people who are drawing the graffiti at the school to stop.

“I hope so,” he said. “People who are responsible for these swastikas being drawn don’t realize what it means and how harmful it really is.”

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During her struggle, she witnessed women and children forced into gas chambers at Auschwitz. Later in her ordeal, she was transferred to Bergen-Belsen where she contracted typhoid fever.

She was eventually rescued by Allied troops, who liberated the camp in April 1945.

What: Unveiling of Memorial Plaque to Denise Vernier Where: Lamoureux Park at the foot of Augustus Street When: Thursday, November 14, 12 noon Why: To honour Denise’s campaign to raise ODSP rates Who: Family, friends of Denise and Coalition members The late Denise Vernier, 1959-2011, struggled all her life to cope with a disability. Her own experience inspired her to work hard to raise awareness and to bring about improvements to the Ontario Disability Support Program.

In recognition of her commitment to those living with disabilities and her work in the SD&G Coalition for Social Justice, a memorial plaque has been installed in her honour in Lamoureux Park, at the foot of Augustus Street. Denise’s family and friends are invited to gather there at noon on Thursday, November 14, to honour her memory and her efforts. After a brief ceremony, a light lunch will be served at the RCAF Wing 424.

The plaque is dedicated by the S. D. & G. Coalition For Social Justice, a nonprofit group that Denise belonged to, and which believes that Ontario Works (OW), the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and minimum wage should be raised so that people with disabilities, those who can’t find work and those who work for minimum wage can achieve a measure of security and dignity in their lives.

General public is welcome.

For more information, contact Elaine MacDonald, 613-938-7763 or elainemacdonald@cogeco.ca

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Smooth jazz and cool piano stylings will be a musical treat

It’s going to be a cool evening full of sweet musical stylings when jazz pianist Jesse Peters performs during this season’s second offering presented by the Cornwall Concert Series.

There are many words to describe the artist who has garnered rave reviews from acclaimed artists, such as Canada’s own Diana Krall. He draws upon the influences of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, yet has an indefinable quality that attracts all ages of jazz fans. Without seeing him in concert, just by listening to the musical appetizers on his website, it’s difficult to sit still and not succumb to his ear-catching croonings.

“Jesse is hip, smooth and cool,” said Scott Peterson, series president. “He’s one of Canada’s most recognizable jazz pianists, and we’re delighted to have been able to book him for this season as he’s highly in-demand.

“We’re sure that not only will our long-standing fans of the series welcome him, but that his performance will draw new supporters.”

In the world of jazz, so it goes, there are performers who play for themselves, and those who play for their audiences: Jesse Peters falls into the latter. His soul is bared at each performance and he has a natural ability to convey true emotion with his voice.

Peters will entice the audience when he entertains with his trio at Aultsville Theatre on Nov. 16 at 8 p.m.

Peterson is absolutely delighted with the results thus far of this year’s Cornwall Concert Series season. Audiences were captivated with the Fung-Chiu Duo who opened the season last month, and the performers were equally mesmerized with the crowd who stayed long after to chat and visit with them.

“We couldn’t have been more pleased with the audience response,” he said. “We’re hopeful that many will return for Jesse’s performance and that they’ll tell their friends what a fabulous time they had, too.”

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Peterson added that upcoming performances also Carnegie Hall alumni, Ken Lavigne, on April 5; and the phenomenal Quartetto Gelato on May 31. All performances begin at 8 p.m. at Aultsville Theatre and are $25.

Tickets may be purchased in-person (cash or cheque) at these locations: TD Canada Trust, Cornwall Square, Caisse populaire de Cornwall, 840 Pitt St. and 201 Montreal Road; and at the Cornwall and the Counties Tourism, 11 Water St. West. Individual tickets may be purchased at the door based on availability. For further information, visit www.cornwallconcertseries.com

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